Plant in a Box Citrus Mitis Calamondin - Orange tree

The Mini Orange Citrus Calamondin is a beautiful ornamental tree that resembles a mandarin and features wonderfully fragrant white blossoms that are abundant in spring. This Citrus Calamondin is a hybrid between the mandarin and the Citrus Kumquat. This citrus tree produces small, round, orange fruits with a diameter of about 4 cm. In Latin countries, the fruits of this symmetrical, compact plant are known as 'agri-dulce' (sweet-sour), as the small, juicy Calamondin oranges initially taste bitter before leaving a deliciously sweet flavor in the mouth. The Calamondin can be eaten as a fruit but is more commonly used for various dishes and liqueurs. This wonderfully fragrant plant also makes an excellent houseplant.

Care: Citrus trees prefer a bright, sunny location, moderate watering, and regular fertilization. The fruits can take up to a year to ripen, but the wait is worth it. Regarding location, the plants should be placed in full sun from mid-March to October, gradually acclimating to the sun in the first few weeks to prevent leaf burn. Since the Calamondin is not frost-resistant, it must be kept indoors during winter. Reduce watering in winter, but do not let the plant dry out completely. Too much or too little water can cause the fruits to drop.